If your organization has a physical area where employees work or customers visit, you need to proactively manage the risk of slips, trips, and falls. If you’re not convinced of the severity of these incidents, check out these concerning statistics:
- Over 1,000,000 people annually need emergency medical care due to a slip or fall incident
- 67% of falls are due to slips and trips
- The average cost to defend a slip or fall claim is $50,000
- Hip fractures and traumatic brain injuries are most commonly caused by falls